BARTH SYNDROME

Barth Syndrome is an ailment that springs from an enlarged heart that has also become weak. This also leads to recurring infections due to the decreasing numbers of white blood cells and weakness in muscle movements. In the long run, it can also affect the person’s height and leave him or her with a short stature.

HOW IS BARTH SYNDROME DIAGNOSED?

HOW IS BARTH SYNDROME TREATED?

There is no specific treatment for Barth syndrome. Bacterial infections caused by neutropenia can be effectively treated with antibiotics. A team of medical professionals, such as pediatricians, physicians, pediatric cardiologists, hematologists, specialists in the treatment of bacterial infections, physical therapists, occupational therapists and other healthcare professionals can help deal with the disorder.

DID YOU KNOW?

Males that are affected with Barth Syndrome have reduced life expectancy. Children may die of heart failure or infection. However many males can survive till their late forties. A mother who is a carrier of a Barth syndrome mutation shows no signs or symptoms of this disorder.